Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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